Forensic Accounting: Court Approved Methods of Proof
How does a forensic accountant calculate financial losses? Federal courts have recognized several accepted methods to quantify losses, including the net worth method and the expenditures method. The choice of method depends on the facts and evidence available to the forensic accountant.
This course explores the major court-approved methods of proof, discussing when to use each approach, how to apply the relevant formulas, and how to calculate total losses accurately.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify various court-approved methods of proof
- Recognize the major court cases establishing these methods
- Apply and calculate losses using each method of proof
- Select the most appropriate method based on given case facts
Presenters:
Robert Nordlander, CPA, CFE
Robert Nordlander is the principal member of Nordlander CPA, PLLC, a forensic accounting and tax resolution firm. He is a retired Special Agent with the Internal Revenue Service, Criminal Investigation. He has over 20 years of experience conducting federal criminal investigations to include tax evasion, money laundering, and other white-collar violations. As an international speaker, he teaches money laundering and forensic accounting to law enforcement, bank officials, attorneys, and court personnel.
| When: |
Saturday, November 8th, 2025. 9:00 AM to 1:15 PM EST |
| Where: |
Your home or office |
| Speaker: |
Robert Nordlander, CPA, CFE |
| CPE Credits: |
4 Accounting CPE |
| CLE Credits: |
4 Substantive CLE |
| Program Level: |
Basic |
| Prerequisites: |
None |
| Advanced Preparation: |
None |
| Delivery Method: |
Group Internet-Based |
| Price: |
FREE for ALA Members / $85 for Non-Members |
About CPE/CLE:
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